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$67+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to New Orleans (MSY)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — MSY
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Tue 4/1
Tue 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to New Orleans (MSY). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$122
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$67
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$188 or less

Good one-way deal

$98 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to New Orleans
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to New Orleans. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/93:32 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/1510:23 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$122
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/38:21 amORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 5/711:37 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/72:40 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Wed 5/143:10 pmMSY - MDW
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$188
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/167:54 pmORD - MSY
Nonstop2h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/177:00 amMSY - ORD
Nonstop2h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$188
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:52 amMDW - MSY
1 stop4h 47mDelta
Wed 5/75:25 amMSY - MDW
1 stop4h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/26$217
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/15:10 amORD - MSY
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/57:47 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop28h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$232
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/309:00 amORD - MSY
1 stop7h 06mDelta
Tue 6/311:18 amMSY - ORD
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Deal found 3/25$237
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1212:58 pmMDW - MSY
1 stop24h 10mFrontier
Sat 4/197:47 pmMSY - MDW
1 stop28h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/157:30 amORD - MSY
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Sat 4/1912:55 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$254
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/318:40 amORD - MSY
1 stop5h 45mFrontier
Sat 4/57:47 pmMSY - ORD
1 stop28h 23mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$280

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to New Orleans that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to New Orleans that are best for you.

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ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/9

3:32 pm-5:51 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 4/15

10:23 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop2h 24m

$122

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/3

8:21 am-10:48 am

Nonstop2h 27m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/7

11:37 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$159

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

2:40 pm-8:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/14

3:10 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$188

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

7:54 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 5/17

7:00 am-9:40 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$188

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/3

9:52 am-2:39 pm

1 stop4h 47m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Wed 5/7

5:25 am-9:40 am

1 stop4h 15m

$217

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/1

5:10 am-3:23 pm

1 stop10h 13m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/5

7:47 pm-12:10 am

1 stop28h 23m

$232

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

9:00 am-4:06 pm

1 stop7h 06m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 6/3

11:18 am-6:37 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$237

ChicagoNew Orleans

MDW - MSY

MDWMSY

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/12

12:58 pm-1:08 pm

1 stop24h 10m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/19

7:47 pm-12:21 am

1 stop28h 34m

$240

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/15

7:30 am-3:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/19

12:55 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$254

ChicagoNew Orleans

ORD - MSY

ORDMSY

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/31

8:40 am-2:25 pm

1 stop5h 45m

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sat 4/5

7:47 pm-12:10 am

1 stop28h 23m

$280

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to New Orleans in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-New Orleans flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-New Orleans flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-New Orleans flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-New Orleans flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-New Orleans flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Chicago to New Orleans flights

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United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, ideal for added comfort on domestic flights.


Prepay for checked bags on United to save on fees at least 24 hours before your flight.

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Southwest

Southwest allows two free checked bags, including oversized items like skis or golf clubs.


Southwest's free in-flight entertainment includes early-release movies and live TV.

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New Orleans from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to New Orleans

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to New Orleans. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Chicago to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to MSY?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to New Orleans. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to New Orleans is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to New Orleans?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to New Orleans. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to New Orleans flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to New Orleans

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to New Orleans. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to MSY are scheduled on a Monday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Orleans ranges from 3.3 - 6.4 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.4 in. October is typically the driest time to visit New Orleans when rainfall is around 3.3 in.

Temperature in New Orleans by month

Plan your trip to New Orleans by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Orleans, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing New Orleans

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Orleans. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to New Orleans. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Chicago to New Orleans to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
348 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to New Orleans. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to New Orleans from Chicago?

    Located just 11.4 mi from the city center, New Orleans Louis Armstrong is the airport most travelers will use when flying to New Orleans from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Louis Armstrong (MSY) should be relatively easy as there are 20 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to New Orleans round-trip?

    Currently priced at $122, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Chicago to New Orleans and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $159 and $188, respectively. These flights start at 58% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to New Orleans one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $67. Southwest flights start at $80 while deals on United Airlines start at $80 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to New Orleans?

    Before booking your flight to New Orleans from Chicago, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (96%), Copa Airlines (85%), Air New Zealand( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to New Orleans?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $45. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - New Orleans Louis Armstrong) can be booked for $76 on average our data indicates $586 when flying from Chicago to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to New Orleans that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to New Orleans flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to New Orleans?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to New Orleans.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to New Orleans?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to New Orleans by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to New Orleans (average of $256). Flying from Chicago to New Orleans in April is currently the most expensive (average of $343). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to New Orleans

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to New Orleans. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$147Average$454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$163Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$209Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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